CDL Class A OwnerOperator South Bend, IN. Area

SUMMARY:

Drivers are responsible for overseeing and leading Armstrongs full-cycle transportation initiatives including but not limited to packing padding inventory loading transporting unloading and unpacking. The Driver will operate a Class A Van to receive store and distribute equipment and goods. This requires handling materials as well as overseeing helpers in the packing loading and unloading of materials. Strong Customer Service skills are required.

Note: Driver will service client loads going to and from the South Bend IN area.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate trucks for the local delivery pick-up and relocation of product and materials.
• Protect customers items and property using pads tape and other material to prevent damage during loading transit and unloading.
• Ensure each item and its condition is accurately listed on the Shipment Inventory. Ensure all other shipment paperwork such as Bills of Lading Statements of Accessorial Services Inventories and Weight Tickets is properly completed.
• Direct packers and helpers so loading / unloading is safely accomplished within established productivity standards as well as to the customers satisfaction.
• Comply with all paperwork requirements (e.g. driver logs and expense reports).
• Maintain clean and orderly equipment and perform routine vehicle maintenance work (fluid levels air pressure levels etc.).
• Provide outstanding customer service during delivery and pick-up operations.
• Follow all safety rules as required by DOT OSHA and company safety program.
• Inspect all materials received for order accuracy and quality.
• Communicate effectively with operations staff about customer concerns and inventory issues.
• Report vehicle defects accidents traffic violations or damage to the vehicles.
• Review work orders to determine items to be moved gathered or distributed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must live/work in the Northwest Indiana area
• Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Drivers license (CDL).
• High school Diploma or equivalent experience.
• Prior moving & storage or furniture delivery experience is a plus.
• Proven history of driving with a safe driving record.
• Must pass all company and DOT requirements including roadside inspection reports (PSP) DOT medical screen pre-qualification drug screen and criminal background investigation.
• Must be able to drive and safely operate a straight truck and/or tractor-trailer in accordance with United Van Lines and DOT (Department of Transportation) rules policies procedures and standards.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

• Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech vision and hearing.
• This position requires excellent physical stamina and the ability to regularly lift carry push or pull up to 75 pounds.
• Sustained periods of lifting standing sitting walking bending and kneeling.